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Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca

October 11, 2026 · 7:00 AMMexico City to Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico

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Race Day

55°F

54–75°F · Feels cool

Total elevation gain

4,101ft

Very hilly terrain · Net elevation change −1,542 ft

Participants

1,000

Medium-sized race

Crowd Rating

5/ 10

Good crowd energy

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The Lowdown

The Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca is Mexico's oldest marathon, founded in 1955 by Scout Group 7 and organized today by Grupo Scout 11 Santa Mónica under the Solo Para Salvajes banner. The 2026 edition, marking 70 years since the race's founding, runs point-to-point on Sunday, October 11, starting at 7:00 AM at the Monumento al Caminero in Tlalpan, Mexico City (2,300 m), and finishing 42 kilometers later at the Estadio Centenario in Cuernavaca, Morelos (1,830 m). A shorter 31-kilometer option finishes at the Tres Marías highway landmark. The rugged mountain course climbs to 3,460 meters at Volcán El Pelado before descending through forests and trails into Morelos, making it one of Mexico's most physically demanding point-to-point races. Registration includes a bib number, commemorative shirt, finisher medal, certificate, aid stations, and awards-ceremony access, with separate Scout categories capped at age 23.

Minimum Age: 18 years
Entry Methods: Online registration via marcate.com.mx or carrerasmexico.com
In-person registration at physical locations in Mexico City and Tlalnepantla
Eligibility: Scout categories limited to participants 23 and under
General categories segmented by age: Libre (39 and under), Master (40-49), Veterano (50-59), Plus (60+)
Required Documents: Official photo ID
Signed liability waiver
Cancellation & Refund Policy: Review the official cancellation and transfer policy on the marcate.com.mx registration page before registering

01: Considered Mexico's oldest marathon, founded in 1955 by Scout Group 7
02: Organized today by Grupo Scout 11 Santa Mónica under the 'Solo Para Salvajes' banner
03: The 2026 edition marks 70 years since the race's founding
04: The Estadio Centenario de Cuernavaca has been the finish line since 1971
05: A non-standard 31K distance is also offered, finishing at Tres Marías rather than the full 42K finish in Cuernavaca

Questions about the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca 2026

When is the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca 2026?

This edition ran on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The 2027 date is to be confirmed.

Where is the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca?

Mexico City to Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico.

What is the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca time limit?

8 hours.

What is the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca elevation gain?

1,250 m (4,101 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: −470 m (1,542 ft). Very hilly terrain.

What is the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca course like?

It passes Monumento al Caminero (start, Tlalpan, Mexico City), Volcán El Pelado (race's highest point, 3,460 m) and Tres Marías (31K finish landmark, on the Mexico City–Cuernavaca highway).

What is the weather like at the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca?

Race-day temperatures are usually 12–24 °C (54–75 °F). Feels cool.

How many runners does the Maratón Rover México a Cuernavaca have?

1,000 participants. Medium-sized race.

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